“Betadine no longer used by the North Carolina Red Cross Apheresis Department. What's used instead?”
I used to be a regular donor of platelets at the American Red Cross here in Charlotte, North Carolina. For a long time, Betadine was used to prep the needle site on each arm, which never caused me any skin irritation or adverse reaction. However, some time ago, the ARC started using a clear solution in place of Betadine. This substance caused immediate burning and pain on my skin, particularly at the site where the needle was inserted. Betadine is no longer used, so I have since stopped donating. Do you know what compound they are using now? I feel compelled to add this substance to my list of drug allergies.
Male | 60 years old
1 Answer
Chlorohexidine-based disinfectant are widely used and are preferred disinfection agent for donors who are sensitive for iodine. Ask if they have any different disinfectant other than the one, they are using. Thank you.
